Alicante Like a Local: Private Castle, Market & Tapas Trail

If you really want to understand Alicante, you have to see it from above, taste it in the market, and share it at the table. That’s exactly what this tour is about: experiencing the city the way locals do, from history and views to food and conversation. 

Description

Start at the top: Santa Bárbara Castle 

The day begins with a visit to Santa Bárbara Castle, the fortress that crowns the city. Your ticket includes the elevator ride, so you can focus on the views — the sea, the harbour, the mountains, and the rooftops of Alicante below. With your guide, you’ll step into centuries of history: battles, legends, and stories that still shape the city today. 

The heartbeat of the city: Central Market 

From the castle, we’ll head into the city to explore Alicante’s Central Market. This is where daily life happens — stalls piled with seafood fresh from the Mediterranean, seasonal fruit from the surrounding huerta, local sausages, cheeses and almonds. Walking through the market isn’t just about shopping; it’s about understanding how food connects people here. 

Tapas, the Spanish way 

No Alicante experience would be complete without tapas. We’ll stop at local bars to try four regional specialties, paired with a drink of your choice: a glass of wine, a cold beer, or a soft drink. It’s casual, it’s social, and it’s exactly how locals enjoy their food. 

Practical Details 

  • Price: Adults €75 / Youth €75 / Children €25 / Infants free 
  • Duration: 3 hours 
  • Start time: 9:30 am, daily 
  • Meeting point: Paseo de la Explanada de España, N.º 1 
  • Group type: Shared, minimum 2 / maximum 20 travellers 
  • Tour mode: Walking 
  • Languages: English / Spanish 

What’s Included 

  • Licensed local tour guide 
  • Entrance ticket for Santa Bárbara Castle elevator (or alternative transport) 
  • 4 regional tapas per person 
  • 1 drink per person (wine, beer, or soft drink) 

Not Included 

  • Pick-up service 
  • Private transportation 

Accessibility 

  • Wheelchair accessible 

Why choose this tour? 

Because it gives you the three essentials of Alicante in one morning: history from the castle, flavours from the market, and tapas shared like a local. It’s not just about seeing the city — it’s about living it.Â